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**Requisition** : 81890

**PSEG Company** : PSEG Long Island

**Salary Range** : $ 46.11 - $ 64.55

**Work Location Category** : Onsite

We’re one of the country’s largest energy companies, with a vision of powering a future where people use less energy, and it’s cleaner, safer and delivered more reliably than ever. We’re also deeply connected to the communities we serve, with more than 13,000 employees working together to support our customers and make a difference every day.

Here, you’ll have the stability and exciting opportunities that come with being a Fortune 500 company — along with a supportive, friendly work environment where your contributions are valued. We know life isn’t one-size-fits-all, and neither is work. That’s why we offer flexible work options depending on the role.

In support of this model, roles have been categorized into one of three work location categories:

1. Onsite – roles where employees are expected to be onsite daily.

2. Hybrid fixed – roles that are a mix of remote work and onsite work fixed days each week.

3. Hybrid flexible – roles that are a mix of remote work and onsite work, but the onsite requirements have greater flexibility. (i.e. 5-8 days a month vs. set days each week).

As an employee, if you are regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week, you will have access to a wide range of comprehensive benefits eligible the first of the month coincident with or following your date of hire., designed to support your total well-being: medical, dental, vision, paternal leave and family leave programs, behavioral health programs, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and generous paid time off.

More than 13,000 people already call PSEG their work home, taking pride in providing safe, reliable service to millions of customers. If you’re looking for a place where you can build a meaningful career and help power and support our communities, we’d love to welcome you to the team.

PSEG is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

Union Local

IBEW 1049

Job Summary

The Long Island Power Authority (LIPA) and PSEG-Long Island (PSEG-LI) operate a private radio network for two-way voice communications in support of Transmission & Distribution (T&D) field operations and the Distribution Automation data communications network. The dispatching headquarters are located in four regional offices located in Hewlett, Hicksville, Brentwood and Riverhead, New York. Each regional headquarters communicate through base stations in its region to its field crews. The Distribution Automation System provides automatic sectionalizing of distribution feeders. This infrastructure is comprised of 2700 ASU/ACR/MLBS/PMH/ATO/ASUV/CAP BANK switches that provide SCADA (supervisory control and data acquisition) to the regional control rooms.

Job Responsibilities

+ Works independently or with another Technician to perform the highest technical work associated with repair, test, maintenance and installation of complex communication and electronic equipment including two-way radio, microwave, satellite, wireless cell site.

+ Performs all necessary tests and adjustments and submits written reports and test data sheets. Investigates and corrects audio, radio, video and microwave interference complaints and follows up with such complaints. Technician is responsible for the installation, repair and maintenance of Company owned communications system, Remote Terminal Units (RTUs) devices, SEL controllers and data control systems.

+ Performs all types of work on communications equipment and other electronic equipment involving solid-state integrated circuit and computer technologies.

+ Must have a good working knowledge of basic principles of solid-state electronics and apply this knowledge by working with electronic and electrical diagrams and sketches in the installation of communications equipment.

+ Having a good working knowledge of high speed (4800/9600/19200 baud and higher) digital data transmission principles, distributed network protocol, internet protocol networking, P25 trunking radio standard, fiber optic principles and servicing techniques on all types of communications channels.

+ Must have a valid FCC General Radio Telephone Operator’s license and current knowledge of FCC rules, regulations and practices as pertaining to federally licensed systems used by the Company. Also, recommends the purchase of materials and equipment and the establishment of spare parts’ requirements.

+ Operates company motor vehicles and/or equipment necessary to perform job duties. Performs other comparable duties, as well as, coordinates activities with other departments or sections.

+ Ability to troubleshoot Console Dispatch equipment and vehicle mobile communication devices. Must be able to use computers to program radio equipment, upgrade the required firmware and capable of database entry is required.

+ Technician will maintain the Radio communications infrastructure of the Distribution Automation SCADA System, which includes installing and repairing Pole Top Remote Terminal Units, Antenna alignments, Communications testing, and Interference analysis.

+ Must be able to perform the duties outlined above in shop or outside field conditions from a ladder or aerial lift device. Must be able to work in aerial lift device as required to maintain or install communications equipment.

Job Qualifications

Desired Skills: (Knowledge and Experience Required)

Knowledge of:

+ Performs arithmetic or algebraic and geometric procedures in standard practical applications.

+ Radio Frequency Theory.

+ Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and other federal, state and local broadcasting regulations.

+ Radio technical operations.

+ Basic computer networking and infrastructure.

+ Broad understanding of electrical, mechanical, and telephone systems.

+ Current and developing trends in radio broadcast equipment and transmission systems.

Experience in:

+ Reading and comprehending technical and operational manuals and instructions, safety rules, policies and procedures, and instruction manuals.

+ Reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics drawings.

+ Interpersonal Skills:

+ Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of vendors, contractors, and colleagues in a diverse community.

Requirement (Knowledge and Experience Required):

+ Two year college degree in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Technology, or Engineering is required or honorable discharge with an ET (Electronics Technician rate) from the Military.

+ Minimum three (3) years of experience in radio operations, computer systems, information technology, or telecommunications or an equivalent technical field.

+ APPLICANTS MUST POSSESS A VALID FCC GENERAL RADIO TELEPHONE OPERATOR LICENSE prior to commencing employment at PSEG Long Island. However, applicants can submit the job application and obtain the FCC license in parallel to the hiring selection process.

+ A valid US driver’s license, successfully completion of a Company driving test.

+ A written entrance exam on basic electric principles and exam on physical working skills is also required as part of the requirements for acceptance into this position.

NOTE:

Applicants must submit a copy of their college transcript/military transcript.

In addition to possessing the qualifications for this vacancy, employees selected will be expected to work overtime in accordance with departmental requirements and to participate in the Company’s Emergency Restoration Program.

Some positions at PSEG require access to information covered by the Department of Energy’s regulation 10 CFR 810 (Part 810). If applicable, the successful applicant must prove they are: (1) a citizen or national of the USA; OR (2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States (Non-Conditional Permanent I-551 / Green Card / Permanent Resident Card holder); OR (3) a citizen, national, or permanent resident of a “Generally Authorized” destination on the attached list and not also a citizen, national, permanent resident of any country not listed; OR (4) a “Protected Individual” under the Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C 1324b(a)(3)).

As an employee of PSEG Long Island, you should be aware that during storm/outage restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions different from normal operations and work extended hours beyond your regular work schedule. You may also be required to work on premise or in an alternate location as directed by the company.

For all roles, PSEGLI’s drug and alcohol testing program includes pre-employment testing, testing for cause, and post-incident/accident testing.

Employees who are hired or transfer into a federally regulated role (including positions covered by USDOT, PHMSA, or NRC regulations) are subject to random drug and alcohol testing, inclusive of marijuana. Although numerous states throughout the country have legalized marijuana/cannabis products recreationally and medically, the use of these products are prohibited for employees in federally regulated roles. Please note that the use of CBD products may result in a positive drug test for THC/Marijuana and such use is not a legitimate medical explanation for a positive result.

If you are a current PSEG employee and offered an opportunity with PSEG Long Island, you will be treated as a new hire. Please note that as a new hire to the Long Island subsidiary, your benefits will change and generally will be consistent with other similarly situated PSEG Long Island new hires. Similarly, for PSEG Long Island employees who accept job opportunities with PSEG or any of its subsidiaries (other than PSEG Long Island), their benefits will change and generally be consistent with other similarly situated new hires of that company.

PSEGLI is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment, including the hiring process, based on any legally protected characteristic. Legally protected characteristics include race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in locations where PSEG employs individuals.

PSEGLI is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance applying for a position, please call 973-430-3845 or email [email protected].

If you need to request a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job, email [email protected]. Any information provided regarding a disability will be kept strictly confidential and will not be shared with anyone involved in making a hiring decision.

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